1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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, 2009 Honda Civic (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 428 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 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 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
