1996 Italdesign Formula 4 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, both 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 and 1996 Porsche 993 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Italdesign Formula 4. (147 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1996 Italdesign Formula 4.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Italdesign Formula 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Italdesign Formula 4. (187 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Italdesign Formula 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Porsche |
| Model | Formula 4 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3589 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
