1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 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 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Civic |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |