1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 195 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 1980 Toyota Carina. 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Carina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
