2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |