1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1982 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
