1950 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 710 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 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 296 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |