2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 238 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 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
