2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 521 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2013 Honda Accord 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. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Fiat Panda | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Accord |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |