1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Civic |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |