2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,341 cc, 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda.
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 Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
| Model | Accent | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1248 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
