2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 7 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 2011 Hyundai ix20. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
