1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Civic weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
