1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 650 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda. 1997 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
