1996 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (138 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 746 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Seat Altea (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Panda | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Altea |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
