1980 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1272 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Fiat Panda | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Sienna |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 770 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1987 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |