2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 1988 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.4 mm |
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 | 3600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |