1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. 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 500 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |