1990 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 22 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1603 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Fiat Panda | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |