1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 330 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.
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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
