1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 1993 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 145 (68 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 145 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | 145 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2260 mm |
