1956 Fiat 1900 vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 1979 Porsche 928 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 928 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1900. 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:
| 1956 Fiat 1900 | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1900 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
