1944 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1944 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1944 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1944 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:
1944 Fiat 500 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 996 |
Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |