1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
