2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
