2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino

To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 555 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 1987 Lamborghini Portofino 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 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Panda 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
Make Fiat Lamborghini
Model Panda Portofino
Year Released 2009 1987
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1107 cc 3485 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.2:1
Top Speed 150 km/hour 240 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 110 L


 

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