1993 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 11 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 1110 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, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
