2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
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 Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
