1994 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 368 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Panda | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
