2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (115 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2001 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
