2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Tercel (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 102 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
