1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corolla | Panda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
