2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 205 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 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
