2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 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 40 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1979 Toyota Corolla 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. 1979 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
