2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
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 Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 154 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.
Because 1968 Nissan Laurel 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 1968 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Laurel 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 Laurel | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |