2005 Honda Stream vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 442 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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, 2005 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Stream | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
