1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 7 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1982 Fiat 131 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 1982 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1982 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1975 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
