1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Panda | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1831 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 51 L |