2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,390 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 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 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Fabia | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
