1958 Porsche 356 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 45 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
Because 1958 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Porsche 356 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 356 | Express |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |
