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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 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 280 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | Sunny | Panda |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |