2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 80 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, 1991 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 860 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |