1972 Fiat 127 vs. 1997 Honda Civic
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Civic weights approximately 267 kg more than 1972 Fiat 127. 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, 1997 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 127 | 1997 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
