2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Integra weights approximately 149 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Integra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
