1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 805 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
