2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 125 kg more than 1955 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1955 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |