2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Panda | A1 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |
