2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 156 | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |