2009 Honda Stream vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 546 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.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Stream | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.9 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 | 1476 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
