2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 248 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 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 | 1178 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |