1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Honda Civic (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
