2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |