2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 622 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 1986 Toyota Supra 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 1986 Toyota Supra. 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (259 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (255 Nm). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
