2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | S2000 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
