1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 929 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 32 L |
