1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 794 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. 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 1996 Fiat Brava. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Brava | Panamera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |