1985 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1891 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
