2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |