1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 22 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, 2004 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Life weights approximately 95 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 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Panda | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Life |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
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 | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |