1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Today weights approximately 15 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.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1982 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Panda | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Today |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |