1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 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), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |