1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda. 2007 Honda Accord 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. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 65 L |
