2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Paseo. 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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Paseo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |