2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2001 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
