2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |