2012 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 1986 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Panda | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Santana |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
