1983 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Panda | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Concerto |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |