2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 283 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Serena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
