1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Panda weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
