1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Sunny | Panda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
