1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Cinquecento | Panda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 897 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
