1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT

To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 500 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 445 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Fiat 1100 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
Make Fiat Porsche
Model 1100 Carrera GT
Year Released 1954 2000
Body Type Convertible Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1089 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 549 HP
Torque 73 Nm 600 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 90 L


 

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