1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1982 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 kg more than 1982 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Panda | 1977 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Accord |
Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |