1985 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 911 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 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
