1995 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara is newer by 10 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Solara (161 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 715 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Panda | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Solara |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |