1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 1953 Porsche 356
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Porsche 356 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1953 Porsche 356.
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:
| 1961 Fiat 1500 | 1953 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 1500 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 79 L |
