2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 605 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
