2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 350 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Panda | 626 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |