2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Rio weights approximately 65 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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2000 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Rio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |