2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart Roadster 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 2002 Smart Roadster. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Panda | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
