1996 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 257 kg more than 2012 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2012 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
