2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 195 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, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
