1987 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Panda | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
