1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,493 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 445 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1493 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
