1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2003 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Civic |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |