2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lada 2123 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Panda | 2123 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |