2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |