2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 280 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 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |