1990 Toyota Starlet vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Starlet | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Starlet | Panda |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |