1958 Porsche 356 vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 42 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Echo weights approximately 85 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, 2000 Toyota Echo, 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, 2000 Toyota Echo (122 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Porsche 356 | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2380 mm |
