2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 211 kg more than 2010 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
