2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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 71 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Civic weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1987 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |