2005 MG ZS vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZS would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZS (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZS weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZS. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG ZS | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | MG | Fiat |
| Model | ZS | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
