1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 21 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 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1559 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 2005 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 100 L |
