1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 944 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
