2010 Proton Savvy vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Proton Savvy is newer by 1 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. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Savvy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Savvy (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Savvy should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Proton Savvy.
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, 2010 Proton Savvy (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Proton Savvy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Proton Savvy | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Proton | Fiat |
| Model | Savvy | Panda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
