2008 Toyota Tazz vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 33 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tazz | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Tazz | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
