2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1987 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
