1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche 996 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Panda | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 996 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |