2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 6 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2012 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
| Model | Accent | Panda |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
