2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat 500. 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |