2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 935 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona 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 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Retona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |