1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1993 Porsche 965 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1400 | 965 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 530 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |