1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 730 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Honda NSX 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 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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 NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Cinquecento has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Cinquecento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1990 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Cinquecento | NSX |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Top Speed | 123 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |