2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 6 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 83 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, 2009 Hyundai Atos (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Atos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
