2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
