2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
