2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |