2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 227 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |