1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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, 2004 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 406 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, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 2100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
