2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 60 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 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |