1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1183 kg |
