2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 41 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.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corolla | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
