1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 1,799 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 363 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1799 cc |
| 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
