2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
