1982 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 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 180 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Accord | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | Panda |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |