1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1993 Fiat Panda and 1993 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat Panda | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |