2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |