2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Panda (180 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
