1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 765 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
