1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Honda S600

To start off, 1993 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Honda S600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Honda S600 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Honda S600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Fiat Panda 1968 Honda S600
Make Fiat Honda
Model Panda S600
Year Released 1993 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 767 cc 791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 34 HP 70 HP
Torque 58 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 60 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 725 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 3340 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 35 L