1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 15 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 700 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 2006 Nissan Altima. 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Altima |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
