1972 Fiat 127 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 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 561 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, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 127 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 127 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
