1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Porsche 356 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
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:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1400 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
