1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 990 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V, 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, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 1998 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 27 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |