1954 Fiat 500 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1955 Porsche 356 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 356 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1954 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 500 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |
