2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
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 Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 947 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (255 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
