1957 Fiat 1900 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1900 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 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 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:
| 1957 Fiat 1900 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1900 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
