1964 Porsche 904 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 265 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Porsche 904. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Porsche 904 (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 904 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 904 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | 904 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
