1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 127 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 41 L |
