1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 9 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2155 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 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Panda | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 108 L |