1962 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Crown | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Crown | Panda |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
