2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Insight 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 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |