1985 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 660 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2810 mm |
