1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 56 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 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. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1949 Fiat 1500 2005 Porsche 911
Make Fiat Porsche
Model 1500 911
Year Released 1949 2005
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1493 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 47 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 6.2:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1380 kg
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 64 L


 

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