1943 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 880 kg more than 1943 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:
| 1943 Fiat 500 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
