1957 Fiat 500 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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |