2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Carina (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. 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, 1982 Toyota Carina (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |