1973 Fiat 132 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 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 132 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 132 | Civic |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |