1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,131 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Porsche 356 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 356 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 79 L |
