1967 Fiat 600 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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 450 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 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 600. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | Civic |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |