2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 425 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1972 Honda Civic (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1972 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |