1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1976 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Marea | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |