2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
