1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 146 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Dino | Civic |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1254 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |