2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1975 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
