1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 740 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.
Because 1991 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2080 mm |
