1993 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2006 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Insight |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
