1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1500 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 92 L |