1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1993 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Micra (49 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Panda weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Nissan Micra (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Micra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
