1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura CSX weights approximately 552 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 2010 Acura CSX. 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, 2010 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2010 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Panda | CSX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2700 mm |
