2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Toyota Century
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 Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Century weights approximately 665 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 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Century. 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, 1978 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 1978 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1978 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2870 mm |
