2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Honda Saber
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 2,649 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Saber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Saber weights approximately 630 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, 2002 Honda Saber (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Saber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2002 Honda Saber has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Saber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2002 Honda Saber | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Saber |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2649 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
