1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Civic |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |