2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 239 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
