2009 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Strada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |