1946 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Fiat 500 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Civic |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 567 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |