2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Ballade (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade 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 1996 Honda Ballade. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Ballade |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |