1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 204 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.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1400 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 390 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |