1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 993 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Porsche | Fiat |
Model | 993 | Panda |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |