1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 380 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
