2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 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), 2012 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
