1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 37 kg more than 2005 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, 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 (150 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1800 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |