1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 870 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 2001 Toyota Previa. 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Previa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2900 mm |
