1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 766 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
