1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 22 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 594 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 65 L |
