2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 35 L |
