1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1400 | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |