1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 560 kg more than 1993 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat Panda | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Carina |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |