2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Porsche 944
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 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 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 944. 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 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 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 944 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
