1990 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1990 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Crown 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 1984 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1984 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda. 1984 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Panda | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Crown |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |