2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Nissan Leopard.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Leopard. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Leopard. 1983 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
