2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 508 kg more than 1985 Nissan Cedric.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Cedric (168 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1985 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
