1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 104 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 2100 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 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, both vehicles can yield 144 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 2100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
