2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 315 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 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | A |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
