2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 205 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 1999 Nissan Maxima. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1999 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
