1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 496 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
