1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
