1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 42 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | Sunny | Panda |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |