2001 Seat Arosa vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 336 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 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2011 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Arosa | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Arosa | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
