1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 133 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 1977 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1990 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
