1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ

To start off, 1995 Toyota MRJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MRJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MRJ (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MRJ should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 877 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 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 1995 Toyota MRJ. 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Fiat Panda 1995 Toyota MRJ
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Panda MRJ
Year Released 1992 1995
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 899 cc 1762 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 38 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 285 Nm
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.7 mm 85.5 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 695 kg 1572 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 50 L


 

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