2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 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 1989 Porsche 928. 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, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
