2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 416 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 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
