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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 174 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.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 143 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 | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |