1980 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 19 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Toyota Solara (199 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (147 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Solara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
