1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corolla | Panda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
