1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 353 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
