1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Cabriolet | Civic |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |