2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
