1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1993 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Panda weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. 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, 1993 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat Panda | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Life |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |