1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 699 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Solara |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 965 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2680 mm |