1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 930 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
