1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 385 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
