2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 924 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 924. 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, 1979 Porsche 924 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 924 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
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 | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 84 L |