1984 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (101 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 98 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 1984 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2010 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1984 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1984 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | Panda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
