2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |