2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,269 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1988 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Sunny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1269 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |