2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 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.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |