2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 255 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.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Carina. 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, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |