2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |