2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 7 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 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 39 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 2010 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Panda | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6800 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
