1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 419 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 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 50 L |
