1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 16 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1535 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
