2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
