1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 132 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
