1997 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda 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 NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | NSX | Panda |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |