1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Celica (78 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Celica weights approximately 292 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 1975 Toyota Celica 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 1975 Toyota Celica. 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, 1975 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
