2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 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 50 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1978 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. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| 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 | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
