2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 835 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Century. 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, 1991 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 1991 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1991 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2870 mm |
