1995 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 833 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.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
