1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 182 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Civic (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
