2011 Nissan NP300 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan NP300 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | NP300 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
