2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 643 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 912. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 912 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 1783 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2220 mm |
