2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 326 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
