1983 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1991 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 910 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1991 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
