1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1800 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |