2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle 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 1997 Honda Shuttle. 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, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
