2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 185 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
