1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1994 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Civic |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |