1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 862 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 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Panda | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Supra |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |