2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 237 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 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | HR-V | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
