2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 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 80 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 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 1974 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |