1995 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP) has 390 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 424 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2920 mm |
