1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP) has 376 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 995 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200. 2011 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1200 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 429 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |
