2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
