2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 140 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 2000 Fiat 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2000 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
