1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1977 Fiat 132 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 1977 Fiat 132. 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, 2009 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 132 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 132 | Civic |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |