1943 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 65 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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:
1943 Fiat 500 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1943 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |