2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 126 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 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |