2000 Audi S3 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 486 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
