2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Mazda Atenza
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Atenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Atenza would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Atenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Atenza (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Atenza should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Atenza weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Atenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Mazda Atenza (240 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Atenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2001 Mazda Atenza | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Atenza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
