1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 756 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |
