2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Honda City.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda City. 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, 1999 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | City |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |