1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Silvia (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1982 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
