2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 10 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 1982 Nissan Prairie. 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, 1982 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
