2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Idea | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Idea | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |