2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Violet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
