2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,168 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2210 mm |
