2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Porsche 968
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 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 300 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 1992 Porsche 968. 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 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 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 968 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 968 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 74 L |