2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
