1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 220 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 Palio (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1976 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |