2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1985 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1985 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
