2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Panda and 2003 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Prius weights approximately 535 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, 2003 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2003 Toyota Prius 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. 2003 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Prius |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |