1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 559 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2700 mm |
