1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 665 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |