1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 354 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
