2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 547 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2010 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 8C Competizione | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |