2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 426 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
