1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (96 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 472 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Panda | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |