1990 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Fiat 126 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 1990 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat 126 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |