2002 Honda Capa vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Capa weights approximately 220 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, 2002 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Capa | Panda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
