2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 597 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2012 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |
