1952 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (456 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1952 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:
| 1952 Fiat 500 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 89 L |
