1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 935 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 1992 Ferrari 456. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Fiat Panda | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
Model | Panda | 456 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |