1948 Fiat 1100 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 1100. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 1100.
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:
| 1948 Fiat 1100 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1100 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
