1942 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2918 mm |
