1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 1999 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
