2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Carina weights approximately 15 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 1976 Toyota Carina 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 1976 Toyota Carina. 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 (255 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
