1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1200 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |