1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1955 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, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1100 | 944 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |