1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Berline | Civic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
