1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
