1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,204 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 903 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Civic |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2204 cc |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |