2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit 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 2013 Honda Fit. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1525 mm |
