1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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 23 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Fiat 130 2006 Honda Civic
Make Fiat Honda
Model 130 Civic
Year Released 1973 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3236 cc 1803 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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