1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1900 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
