2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 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, 1984 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
