2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Pony. 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, 1998 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1998 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Pony |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
