1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 48 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1400 | 996 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |