1995 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 904 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 2003 Toyota Crown 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 2003 Toyota Crown. 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Crown |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
