1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 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 27 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 49 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Celica | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Celica | Panda |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |