2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Spectra (99 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Spectra weights approximately 24 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 2000 Kia Spectra. 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 Kia Spectra (146 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2000 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.3 mm |
| 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 | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
