1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1400 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
