1993 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 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), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| 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 | 166 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
