1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2004 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Civic |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |