1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 348 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 30 L |
