2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 616 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 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
