1974 Fiat 500 vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda Civic weights approximately 159 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Honda Civic (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 500 | 1975 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Civic |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
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 | 80 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 | 516 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 |