2001 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Panda |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |