2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Honda S800.
Because 1969 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | S800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
