1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 165 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1400 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
