1988 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 345 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Micra | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Micra | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
