1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
