1989 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 126 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
