1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | S-MX | Panda |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |