2000 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 99 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Smart | Fiat |
| Model | ForTwo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 35 L |
