1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corona (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corona weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1979 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Panda | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corona |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |