2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 66 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Santana. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
