2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1975 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 58 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300.
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, 1975 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | 1300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1296 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 | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |