2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 110 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Sports |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2160 mm |
