1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 505 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 2002 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 50 L |
