1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 810 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
