2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Panda | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 33 L |
