1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 489 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Panda | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Civic |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |