2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 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.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1989 Honda Accord (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |