2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 40 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 150 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |