1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 80 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 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Celica | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Celica | Panda |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |