1993 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 316 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 880 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 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
