1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 460 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 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
