2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 2000 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
