1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avensis (114 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 1001 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
