2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Sedici | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Sedici | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |