2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (71 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 45 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Panda | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |