2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. Both 2009 Fiat Panda and 2012 Fiat 500 are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |