2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
