2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 228 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Panda | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 22 L |
