1959 Fiat 750 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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 536 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. 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 (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
