2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 1976 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Strada | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
