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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 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 550 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 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 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. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
