1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 616 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 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 930 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
