2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
