2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
