1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 176 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Panda | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Accord |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |