2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 637 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.
Because 1995 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1249 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |