2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
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 Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 225 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, 1989 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |