1993 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 661 kg more than 1993 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
