1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche 996. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 996 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2360 mm |
