1994 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1994 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Panda. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Panda | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 139 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
