1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Concerto | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |