2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Today |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |