2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
