1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 571 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 125 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 125 | Civic |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |