1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Honda Civic (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 600 | 1984 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | Civic |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |