1975 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Carina weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Carina 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 1975 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1975 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Carina | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Carina | Panda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
