2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1974 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 149 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1974 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |
