1997 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 298 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | NSX | 500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |