2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
