2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. Both 2006 Fiat Panda and 2012 Fiat Panda are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | Panda |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 20 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 30 L |