2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Capa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |