2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 260 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 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 944 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |