2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Arosa. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Arosa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |