1959 Fiat 600 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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 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 600 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 600 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |