1980 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Panda weights approximately 88 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Fiat Panda (147 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm). This means 1980 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 732 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
