2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa.
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 Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Fiorino | Capa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |