2009 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Strada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |