1998 Acura NSX vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2170 mm |
