2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 456 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
