1990 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 762 kg more than 1990 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Panda | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
