1999 Fiat Coupe vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Fiat Coupe. 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, 2001 Honda Civic (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Coupe | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
