2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 1992 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
