2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 195 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |