2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 481 kg more than 2007 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
