2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |