2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Sera weights approximately 40 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Toyota Sera (132 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Sera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
