2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1971 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 245 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 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 | 35 L | 35 L |
