2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 90 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1998 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Pony |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
