1998 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |