1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda S600 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Honda S600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | S600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
