2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 127 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2012 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada 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:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Strada | Panda |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |