1968 Nissan President vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 561 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan President | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | President | Panda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
