1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1960 Porsche 356 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 356. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1500 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
