1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
