2002 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Daewoo Nubira (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Nubira | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Nubira | Panda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
