2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Nissan President

To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 955 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 1994 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 1994 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Panda 1994 Nissan President
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Panda President
Year Released 2008 1994
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 4494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 267 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 394 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 3040 mm


 

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