1965 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Corona weights approximately 30 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.
Because 1965 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Toyota Corona | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Corona | Panda |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |