1968 Fiat 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 746 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 850. 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 (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 850 | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |