2005 Seat Arosa vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Arosa | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
