1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (74 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
