1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1992 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 1992 Ferrari 456 and 1992 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ferrari 456 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 1992 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 1992 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 456 | Panda |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |