1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 1300 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |