1993 Porsche 993 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 993 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | 993 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
