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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 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 170 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 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 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. 2012 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
