2012 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Panda | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Panda | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |
