1974 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2001 Honda Capa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Capa weights approximately 564 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500. 2001 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 2001 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Capa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
