2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 725 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 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Panda | Evora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
