1997 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1997 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Panda | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 768 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2960 mm |
