2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 149 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Honda Civic (153 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 73 L |