1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 640 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 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
