1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1985 Porsche 924 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 924 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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, 1985 Porsche 924 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1200 | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1200 | 924 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 82 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |