1955 Abarth 209 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, both 1955 Abarth 209 and 1955 Porsche 356 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 209. (65 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 209. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 356 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1955 Abarth 209. 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:
1955 Abarth 209 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 209 | 356 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1087 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |