1977 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 154 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | Panda |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
