2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (159 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 313 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 1989 Toyota Celica. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
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 | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 98 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 | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |