1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 259 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
