1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
