2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Coupe | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |