2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 495 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Lancer | Panda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
