2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
