2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 460 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 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
