2002 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. 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, 2002 Honda Step Wagon (119 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Step Wagon | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Step Wagon | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
