2012 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Honda Z

To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 7 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda.

Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2002 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Fiat Panda 2002 Honda Z
Make Fiat Honda
Model Panda Z
Year Released 2012 2002
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.9 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 64 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
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 953 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 35 L


 

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