2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
