1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corona weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Panda | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |