1985 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 337 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Uno | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Uno | Civic |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |