1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 124 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 1968 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1968 Fiat 124 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1972 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |