1988 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 600 kg more than 1988 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Panda | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
