2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Celica 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 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Celica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |