1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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:
1949 Fiat 1500 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 92 L |