1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 462 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
