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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 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. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 98 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
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 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 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. 1973 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1002 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 |