1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 466 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. 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, 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
