2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 364 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Honda S500 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 1963 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 1963 Honda S500 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Stilo | S500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |