2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 965. 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 965 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
