2003 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda.
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, 2011 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Lupo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1093 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
