2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 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 1976 Porsche 911. 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
