1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Panda | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 96 L |