2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CRX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1997 Honda CRX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | CRX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |