1997 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Panda |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |