1989 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1989 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Panda. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Panda | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
