2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Hyundai Tipper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 3 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 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tipper (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tipper should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 545 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tipper (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tipper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2006 Hyundai Tipper | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Tipper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2607 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
