1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 720 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Berline | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
