2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Accord weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1983 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
