1981 Toyota Cressida vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Cressida (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 316 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Cressida 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 1981 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Cressida | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Cressida | Panda |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
