2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer

To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 80 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.

Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Soarer. 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, 1984 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Panda 1984 Toyota Soarer
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Panda Soarer
Year Released 2004 1984
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 75 L


 

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