1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 25 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 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota iQ weights approximately 99 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 2009 Toyota iQ. 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | iQ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 32 L |
