1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 365 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Cinquecento | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 897 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |