1997 Fiat Coupe vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Coupe.

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 (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Fiat Coupe 2007 Honda Civic
Make Fiat Honda
Model Coupe Civic
Year Released 1997 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 6100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L