1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 2 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP) has 366 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 870 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.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
