1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 625 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 1993 Nissan Serena. 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Serena |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |
