2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |