2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 794 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 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
