2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota 2000GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
