1941 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 65 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1200 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. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1941 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1941 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1941 Fiat 500 2006 Porsche 911
Make Fiat Porsche
Model 500 911
Year Released 1941 2006
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 569 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 14 HP 326 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 3220 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2360 mm


 

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