2012 Fiat Panda 1.1 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda 1.2

To start off, both 2012 Fiat Panda 1.1 and 2012 Fiat Panda 1.2 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda 1.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda 1.2 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda 1.1. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda 1.2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda 1.1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda 1.2 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda 1.1. 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 Fiat Panda 1.2 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda 1.1. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda 1.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda 1.1.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Fiat Panda 1.1 2012 Fiat Panda 1.2
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Panda Panda
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1107 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 70.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 15 seconds 14 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 953 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 35 L


 

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