1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (881 Nm) has 808 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |
