2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |
