2010 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda

To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Porsche 911 2011 Fiat Panda
Make Porsche Fiat
Model 911 Panda
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 429 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 6750 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4491 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1852 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 35 L


 

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