1952 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 57 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 920 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 500 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
