2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 40 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |