1950 Fiat 500 vs. 1962 Porsche 356
To start off, 1962 Porsche 356 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Porsche 356 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Porsche 356 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Fiat 500 | 1962 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
