1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 131 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 131 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 131 | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 131 | Today |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |