2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,798 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1248 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
