2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Carina. 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 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |