1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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:
1948 Fiat 500 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |