2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.

Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Panda 1977 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Panda Accord
Year Released 2005 1977
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 60 HP 80 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 61 L


 

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