2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 335 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 1984 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 1984 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 172 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |