1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 109 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Berline | Civic |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |