2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2012 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2012 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
