2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Nissan Almera.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Almera. 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, 1996 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1996 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
