1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1949 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1500 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
