1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 364 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |
