2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |