2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2030 mm |
