2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 21 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura EL. 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, 2000 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Panda | EL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2619 mm |
