1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 85 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 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 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 2300 | Civic |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |