1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1979 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Civic (67 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic.
Because 1962 Fiat 1100 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 1962 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Honda Civic (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100. 1979 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
