1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Nissan SUT
To start off, 1999 Nissan SUT 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan SUT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan SUT (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan SUT should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Nissan SUT (372 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan SUT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda. 1999 Nissan SUT has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan SUT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1999 Nissan SUT | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | SUT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
