1996 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1996 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Panda (33 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Panda weights approximately 194 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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, 1996 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Panda | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Life |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 29 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |