2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 9 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, 2012 Hyundai i10 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 233 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, 2012 Hyundai i10 (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | i10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
