1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Panda | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Concerto |
Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 59 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |