1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500.
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:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
