1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Civic (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Berline | Civic |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |