2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
