1955 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1955 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 500 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
