2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 914 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 914 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
