2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
