1990 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 536 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Because 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Fiat Panda | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
Model | Panda | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 570 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2649 mm |