2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Clarus. 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, 1999 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
