1999 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |