1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 16 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Altima |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
