1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Argento Viva | 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |