1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Laurel | Panda |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
