2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2005 Mazda Spiano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda 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 18 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Spiano. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
