1994 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Laurel (153 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 710 kg more than 1994 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Laurel 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 1998 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Panda. 1998 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Panda | 1998 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
