1983 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 18 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Pod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Pod weights approximately 254 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Pod |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
