1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ritmo | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
