1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 880 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 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. 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, 2006 Nissan 1400 (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
