1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1100 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |