2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1980 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Violet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
