1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Honda Civic

To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 28 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe.

Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Coupe 2012 Honda Civic
Make Fiat Honda
Model Coupe Civic
Year Released 1966 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2279 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 201 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1258 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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