1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 885 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
