1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 626 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
