1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Shuttle | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
