2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 117 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Strada | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4456 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
