1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 17 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Panda weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Honda Life.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1986 Fiat Panda (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Panda | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Life |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |