1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1800 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
