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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) 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. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 254 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). 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 | 1242 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
