1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
