1975 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 265 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Ducato |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3460 mm |