2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
