2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 172 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |