1941 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
