1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1976 Honda Civic

To start off, 1976 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Honda Civic weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Fiat 500 1976 Honda Civic
Make Fiat Honda
Model 500 Civic
Year Released 1973 1976
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 1169 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 18 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 27 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 510 kg 675 kg
Vehicle Length 2980 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2210 mm


 

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