1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 752 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda.
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, 2008 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
