2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Panda and 2004 Noble M12 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M12 weights approximately 115 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 Noble M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Noble M12 (486 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | Fiat | Noble |
Model | Panda | M12 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 486 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |