2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 120 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |