1995 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i10 (66 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 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 Hyundai i10 (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | i10 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
