2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Proton 400.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton 400. 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, 2005 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Panda | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
