1942 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 62 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 905 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 | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
