1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 22 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 840 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
