1980 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2012 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corona | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corona | Panda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
