2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Honda S600.
Because 1970 Honda S600 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 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1970 Honda S600 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | S600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |