2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |