1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 228 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 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Fiat Panda | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Jazz |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 965 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 989 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 42 L |