1988 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (89 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Panda | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
