1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 1975 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
