1990 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Panda | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
