1975 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 177 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat Mirafiori 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 Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Mirafiori | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
