1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 775 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.
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 Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Panda | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Camry |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |