2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 170 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 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Panda | Coupe |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |