2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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. Both 2010 Fiat Panda and 2012 Fiat 500 are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Fiat Panda | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | 500 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.9 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 | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |