1981 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 850 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Panda | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Patrol |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 135 L |