2000 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 3 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |