1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1942 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:
1942 Fiat 500 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1942 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 567 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |