2008 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,667 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 108 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1368 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
