1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 8 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 340 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 1999 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
| Model | Panda | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
