2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Corona weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Because 1962 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 1962 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Fiat Panda (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
