2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Porsche 550 A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1956 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 550 A |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
