2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
