2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 928 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
