1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2530 mm |
