1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1100 | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |