1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
