1975 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Corona | Panda |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |