2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 665 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 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
