1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 46 kg more than 1968 Honda S800.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | S800 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
