1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 Fiat 1400 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 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Civic (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
