2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |
