1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 356 | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |
