1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 528 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |