1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Moco (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Moco weights approximately 415 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 1982 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Moco |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
