2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1993 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
